Wiki 99211 or 99024

[Jessim929]

Hi -

Patient had a hydrocele drained (55000 - zero day global) and came back the next day for a wound check, drain removal - which was done by an MA. BUT one of the PAs came in and examined patient as well. A 99211 is legal in this case, correct?

Thanks!

 

[Cls1530]

I have attached the CMS global surgery workbook. I would bill out the visit based on the information in the book.

https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Medicare-Learning-Network-MLN/MLNProducts/downloads/GloballSurgery-ICN907166.pdf

Hope this helps.